$135,382
Average salary
(Genium360, Remuneration of engineering professionals in Quebec – Investigation report 2025-2026)
4 years
Duration of the bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering
Top 15
Among the 15 university-level professions with the best job prospects
A mistake that led to… Crocs
While working on cushions and pillows for spas, Quebec chemical engineers accidentally discovered an antimicrobial, non-slip, anti-perspirant plastic material. It eventually led to the design of Crocs sandals.
The paper industry hires nearly one third of Quebec’s chemical engineering graduates.
Quebec is a major player in wood fibre processing and the pulp and paper sector.
One of the 15 university-level professions with the best future prospects
Chemical engineering is among the professions with strong long-term job prospects.
As a chemical engineer, you’ll transform raw materials and optimize industrial processes to create safer, cleaner, and more efficient solutions.
Source: REPÈRES, the official school and career information website (in French)

Chemical engineers work in a wide range of industries, from manufacturing to environmental services.
Where to study

ENGINEERING TO THE RESCUE
Chemical engineering students helped replace liquefied chlorine with a safer solution at the CEZinc plant in Valleyfield. Result: a 1,000% reduction in major-accident risk—along with lower operating costs.
20% to 40% less
chemicals in water
FROM RAW MATERIALS TO BIG INVENTIONS
A Quebec research team developed a cellulose-fibre technology that treats water more efficiently. The result: 20% to 40% fewer chemicals used—while removing even more contaminants.
An interactive game to explore the different types of engineering and find the one that best matches your interests and talents.
